Rules Related To 'rsync-daemon'

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Uninstall rsync Package

package_rsync_removed

Description

The rsyncd service can be used to synchronize files between systems over network links. The rsync package can be removed with the following command: 

$ sudo yum erase rsync

Rationale

The rsyncd service presents a security risk as it uses unencrypted protocols for communication.

Ensure rsyncd service is disabled

service_rsyncd_disabled

Description

The rsyncd service can be disabled with the following command: 

$ sudo systemctl mask --now rsyncd.service

Rationale

The rsyncd service presents a security risk as it uses unencrypted protocols for communication.